The A to Z guide to sides

A golden, juicy bird looks grand in the center of the Thanksgiving table, but the stars of the feast are the sides. Glorious sides can be made from winter squashes, golden or sweet potatoes, cranberries, onions, spinach, Brussels sprouts, kale, leeks, broccoli, cauliflower, parsnips, and turnips. But it’s fun to throw in some unexpected dishes.

Some, in fact, are hardly sides, but more like pre-dinner nibbles, which will satisfy guests until the bird is out of the oven. You also need enough substantial dishes for vegetarians, who will love you for it. Your house guests will have leftovers for late-night snacks, and if everything goes according to plan, you won’t cook again for days. Here are 26 options for sides, from A to Z.
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